Elite Auto Painter & Panel Refinishing Specialist

2 Cheap Cars; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

2 Cheap Cars in New Zealand is seeking an Automotive Painter / Panel & Paint Technician to prepare vehicle panels and surfaces, carry out body repairs, and apply coatings to a high standard. You will remove and refit panels, mix paints, and ensure cosmetic repairs meet company standards within set timeframes.

The role requires 2+ years in vehicle painting or equivalent automotive experience, strong attention to detail, ability to work independently or with a team, and a current NZ driver licence

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Vehicle Painting or progressive experience in the automotive industry with exposure to vehicle surface preparation, refinishing, or paint-related work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces to a high retail standard.
• Carry out body repairs, vehicle preparation, and paint refinishing work.
• Remove, repair, and refit vehicle panels, trims, and associated components.
• Mix and apply automotive paint coatings in accordance with company standards.
• Complete cosmetic repairs and restoration work on company vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are repaired, prepared, and presented to a high standard within required timeframes.
• Maintain quality workmanship to minimise rework and vehicle returns.
• Accurately record labour, parts, and repair details.
• Meet productivity, quality, and compliance KPIs.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and safe work practices.
• Participate in toolbox meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Hold and maintain a current New Zealand Driver Licence.
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Skills

Vehicle painting

Surface preparation

Refinishing

Job description

2 Cheap Cars in New Zealand is seeking an Automotive Painter / Panel & Paint Technician to prepare vehicle panels and surfaces, carry out body repairs, and apply coatings to a high standard. You will remove and refit panels, mix paints, and ensure cosmetic repairs meet company standards within set timeframes.

The role requires 2+ years in vehicle painting or equivalent automotive experience, strong attention to detail, ability to work independently or with a team, and a current NZ driver licence